4 Important Things to Consider when Buying Jewelry for Men

Buying jewelry for oneself is an easy task. You know your preference, including the style, shape, type of gem, and whatnot. But you can’t say the same for others, at least not entirely.

Because you lack enough insights into others preferences when it comes to jewelry, you are likely to make incorrect buying assumptions that may ruin an excellent opportunity to make a special individual happy.

To help out, we have highlighted a few things to note when buying jewelry for men. Noting these things will raise your chances of buying

1.   Do your research

Imagine walking into a jewelry store and asking the counter staff for the perfect jewelry gift options for a man. 

Of course, the individual will see your request as an opportunity to overwhelm you with various jewelry options, most of which might not be the ideal choice for your man.

So how do you avoid this?

We recommend doing your research before heading to the jewelry or department store. Like a detective, take time to figure out what your partner would prefer. Then, visit the store and check out their watches, rings, chains, or whatever you decide to buy.

2.   His style

Before selecting any jewelry option, consider the recipient’s style first.

Is he the expressive type who likes bold and flashy pieces? 

Or is he understated and conservative?

What does he like from his existing collection of jewelry pieces?

If he’s flashy, get him something bold and eye-catching, like a statement Cuban link or a flashy wristwatch. However, if he’s conservative, buy him an understated gift. Get him something that matches his preference. Doing so will ensure that he appreciates your gift and enjoys wearing it.

3.       What is his body type?

We have emphasized buying gifts based on the recipient’s style. However, it would be best to consider his body type, too.

Is the man you are gifting well-built? If yes, he may not like dainty and delicate-looking jewelry. 

And if he has a smaller body type, he might not prefer huge and bulky jewelry. It may still depend on his taste, and knowing his style has an important role to play here.

4.       Your budget

After researching and figuring out his body type and style, you’ll need to determine your budget. If you visit a jewelry store without one, you might spend more than you intend. 

Remember, the jewelers are gunning for more sales, meaning they’ll likely show you more expensive pieces to make good profits.

So before you visit any jewelry store, be clear about your budget. And when you get there, request to see pieces that fall in your budget range.

While you may not see your preferred pick at your intended budget, you can negotiate to bring it close to your budget. If you didn’t find jewelry in your budget range, and the jeweler isn’t willing to negotiate, you can check elsewhere.

Conclusion

Buying jewelry is challenging, but only if you fail your research. Due diligence is required to ensure you get the right jewelry and avoid faux pas. For example, don’t buy a gold wristwatch when he prefers silver. You may end up not getting the reaction you expected.